Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 3182: An Act requiring local approval for battery storage facility permitting
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SD 3182 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on September 11, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act requiring local approval for battery storage facility permitting. Primary sponsor: Patrick O'Connor (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to require local approval for battery storage facility permitting. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick O'Connor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Plymouth and Norfolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government
- Rules suspended
- Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently